For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,618 students in 62901, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62901, IL are Lewis School, Thomas Elementary School and Carbondale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62901 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62901, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62901, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lewis School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Lewis Ln
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Grades: 4-5
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1025 N Wall St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-6226
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-6226
Grades: 2-3
| 366 students
Rank: #33.
Carbondale Middle School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1150 E Grand Ave
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-2174
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-2174
Grades: 6-8
| 468 students
Rank: n/an/a
121 N Parrish Ln
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5781
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5781
Grades: PK-1
| 475 students
62901, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
801 S Lewis Ln
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 457-5393
Grades: 4-5
| 272 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62901, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62901, IL include Lewis School, Thomas Elementary School and Carbondale Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62901?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62901.
What is the racial composition of students in 62901?
62901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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